Applied Computing

Applied Computing at the University of Waikato gives you the practical technological skills to provide effective business solutions.
computer science

Why study Applied Computing?

Applied Computing at Waikato emphasises hands-on opportunities to gain competence with a range of technologies including databases, website development tools, and visual software development environments. You will learn to use these tools to solve real problems, focusing on business applications.

Since computing is a fast-changing field, you will also develop skills to keep up to date with new technologies, including skills in new software – by building on what you know about how software-based systems work.

Applied Computing is where computing, science, design, and society meet. You will learn how technologies are integrated to build systems, how to find out what your customers' software needs are, and how to design useful and usable software.

Career Opportunities

  • Web Developer
  • Software Tester
  • Software Developer
  • Database Administration
  • IT Consultant
  • Software Engineer

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